ClassX Video Lessons Youtube Channel ASAP Science What Can You Buy With 5.7 Billion Dollars? (Trump's Wall Cost)
5.7 billion dollars is a huge amount of money! While some people think it should be used to build a wall, let’s explore what else you could buy with that much cash. If you’re feeling hungry, imagine buying 34.2 billion strawberries. Or, if you’re in the mood for fast food, you could get 1.14 billion Big Macs!
In Flint, Michigan, the water pipes need fixing, which would cost about 55 million dollars. With 5.7 billion dollars, you could repair those pipes 103 times! In terms of health, you could fully vaccinate 2.6 million children from birth to age 18. This could help prevent diseases like Tuberculosis, Hepatitis B, Whooping Cough, and Measles.
Are you a fan of movies? You could fund the production of “Avengers: Infinity War” nearly 18 times! If makeup is more your style, about 73% of Americans could get a Fenty Stunna lip paint. Come fall, you could treat 1.2 billion people worldwide to a free pumpkin spice latte.
With this money, 15 million Americans could have their dental insurance covered for a year. Alternatively, 543 thousand people wouldn’t have to pay taxes for a year.
You could buy 142.5 million Naloxone kits to help prevent opioid overdoses. If you’re interested in sustainability, you could equip 200 thousand homes with solar panels that last up to 20 years. Or, you could help 84,000 people drive a Tesla Model S. If you go for more affordable electric cars, 228 thousand people could own a gas-free vehicle.
Globally, 5.7 billion dollars is more than three times the entire GDP of Belize. In the U.S., you could buy more than 14 White Houses, each valued at 389 million dollars. Speaking of housing, you could cover the rent for every homeless person in America for nine months.
You could pay off the student loans of over 150,000 U.S. graduates. This amount could also cover more than a quarter of NASA’s yearly budget. With 5.7 billion dollars, you could keep Wikipedia running for 228 years and make every science article published in the U.S. over the next four years open access and free for everyone. That would be amazing!
However, it’s important to remember that many economists believe the wall would actually cost much more than 5.7 billion dollars.
Imagine you have 5.7 billion dollars to spend on strawberries. Calculate how many strawberries you could buy and how many people you could feed if each person eats 10 strawberries. Create a poster to present your findings and share it with the class.
Research a local issue that could be improved with funding, similar to Flint, Michigan’s water crisis. Develop a plan on how you would allocate 5.7 billion dollars to solve this issue. Present your plan to the class and discuss the potential impact.
Work in groups to create a budget for a blockbuster movie. Use the example of funding “Avengers: Infinity War” nearly 18 times. Decide on cast, special effects, and marketing. Present your movie concept and budget to the class.
Divide into two groups and debate the benefits of spending 5.7 billion dollars on solar panels versus electric vehicles. Research the environmental and economic impacts of each option. Conclude with a class vote on which option is more beneficial.
Choose a country with a GDP less than 5.7 billion dollars. Research how this amount could transform the country’s economy and quality of life. Create a presentation to share your findings with the class, highlighting potential projects and improvements.
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
—
5.7 billion dollars is a significant amount of money, and while some suggest it be allocated for a wall, we started to wonder what else could be purchased with 5.7 billion dollars. If you’re feeling hungry, you could buy 34.2 billion strawberries. Or perhaps you’re in the mood for something less healthy, like 1.14 billion Big Macs.
The estimated cost to repair Flint, Michigan’s water pipes is around 55 million dollars, meaning they could be fixed 103 times with that amount. In terms of health, we could fully vaccinate 2.6 million children from birth to age 18, potentially preventing every death caused by Tuberculosis, Hepatitis B, Whooping Cough, and Measles combined in one year.
The production of “Avengers: Infinity War” could be funded 17.75 times, and approximately 73% of Americans could receive a Fenty Stunna lip paint. Come fall, 1.2 billion people worldwide could enjoy a free pumpkin spice latte. Additionally, 15 million Americans could have their dental insurance covered for a year, or 543 thousand individuals wouldn’t have to pay taxes.
Furthermore, 142.5 million Naloxone kits could be purchased to help prevent opioid overdoses. If you’re interested in sustainability, 200 thousand homes could be equipped with solar panels, which last up to 20 years. Alternatively, 84,000 people could drive a Tesla Model S, and if we consider more affordable electric cars, 228 thousand individuals could own a gas-free vehicle.
In a global context, 5.7 billion is more than three times Belize’s entire GDP, or it could buy more than 14 White Houses in America, which are valued at 389 million each. Speaking of housing, 5.7 billion could cover the rent for every homeless person in America for nine months.
We could also pay off the student loans of over 150,000 U.S. graduates, cover more than a quarter of NASA’s yearly budget, keep Wikipedia running for 228 years, and make every science article published in the U.S. over the next four years open access and freely available to all. That would be quite beneficial.
However, it’s important to note that most economists predict that the wall will cost significantly more than 5.7 billion dollars.
—
This version removes any potentially sensitive or inappropriate language while maintaining the original message.
Money – A medium of exchange that people use to buy goods and services and to measure the value of things. – Example sentence: In economics class, we learned how money circulates through the economy and affects prices and wages.
Health – The state of being free from illness or injury, often considered a key factor in a person’s quality of life. – Example sentence: Good health is essential for maintaining productivity and reducing healthcare costs in society.
Communities – Groups of people living in the same area or having a particular characteristic in common, often working together to achieve common goals. – Example sentence: Strong communities can improve public health by promoting healthy lifestyles and providing support networks.
Vaccines – Biological preparations that provide immunity to a particular infectious disease, helping to prevent outbreaks and protect public health. – Example sentence: Vaccines have played a crucial role in controlling diseases and reducing healthcare costs worldwide.
Insurance – A financial product that provides protection against financial loss, often used to cover health expenses or property damage. – Example sentence: Health insurance helps individuals manage the cost of medical care and protects them from unexpected expenses.
Taxes – Mandatory financial charges imposed by a government to fund public services and infrastructure. – Example sentence: Taxes collected by the government are used to pay for essential services like education and healthcare.
Sustainability – The ability to maintain or improve standards without depleting resources, often applied to economic and environmental practices. – Example sentence: Sustainable economic practices help ensure that future generations have access to necessary resources.
Education – The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially in a school or university, which is crucial for economic development. – Example sentence: Education is a key factor in improving economic opportunities and reducing poverty.
Economy – The system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a particular area or country. – Example sentence: A strong economy can provide more jobs and improve the standard of living for its citizens.
Housing – Buildings or structures where people live, which is an important aspect of economic stability and quality of life. – Example sentence: Affordable housing is essential for ensuring that all members of a community have a safe place to live.
